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The related literature has primarily addressed cigarette smoking control. It seems that researchers have failed to explore the determinants of hookah smoking (HS) control. In an attempt to fill this gap, the p...
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Open AccessPredictive power of PEN-3 cultural model in cervical cancer screening among women: a cross- sectional study in South of Iran
Cervical cancer (CC) can be prevented through early detection facilitated by screening as well as an early diagnosis and effective treatment of the precancerous lesions. The present research aimed to determine...
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Open AccessCorrection: Utilization of cervical cancer screening services and its associated factors in Iran: a case–control study
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Open AccessUtilization of cervical cancer screening services and its associated factors in Iran: a case–control study
Considering the high incidence rate of cervical cancer (CC) in Iran, screening is an effective way of reducing the impact of the disease due to early detection. Thus, the recognition of the factors affecting t...
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Open AccessIncreasing cervical cancer screening in Iran: effectiveness of a theory-based educational intervention
The high mortality rate of cervical cancer in develo** countries is mainly related to inefficient screening programs. The aim of the present study was, thus, to determine the effect of an educational interve...
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Open AccessA predictive model of genital warts preventive behaviors among women in the south of Iran: application of health belief model
Genital wart (GW) is known as an infectious disease. Besides the infection, it is associated with a higher risk of cervical neoplasia and cancer in the infected population. The present research aimed to explor...
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Open AccessThe effectiveness of a model-based health education program on genital warts preventive behaviors: a quasi-experimental study
Genital warts (GWs) are highly prevalent among Iranian women. GWs are not only highly infectious but are also followed by severe adverse effects, including the development of cervical cancer. Therefore, the pr...
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Open AccessVaginal misoprostol versus intracervical Foley catheter for cervical ripening in postdate primigravid women: a randomized clinical trial
Being one of the most common indications of labor induction, postdate pregnancy can lead to serious maternal and fetal complications. In this study we aimed to compare vaginal misoprostol with intracervical Fo...
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Open AccessAssociation between self-efficacy and general health: a cross-sectional study of the nursing population
The present research aimed to explore the association of self-efficacy and general health among nurses.
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A case-control study on lifestyle-related factors of hypertension in Iran
Diseases induced by lifestyle account for a high rate of disabilities. Thus, the present research aimed to compare the lifestyles of women affected by blood hypertension and healthy women.
